JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Camp Associate
Reports To: Administrative Manager
Department: Food Service, Guest Services, Sites & Facilities, Housekeeping, Retail
Salaried or Hourly: Salaried
Exempt or Nonexempt: Exempt
Supervisory (# of staff supervised): 0
Departments/Job Titles Supervised: n/a
Mission/Authority
This position will support the training and operational aspects of Camping Services as well as represent Young
Life and the camping department in a Christ-centered, relational and professional manner.
ESSENTIAL PREREQUISITES FOR ALL STAFF MEMBERS (FROM YOUNG LIFE’S BYLAWS – ARTICLE VII):
“Because of Young Life’s exclusive Christian purposes of evangelism and discipleship as set forth in its Articles of Incorporation and in these Bylaws, and to reflect
what has always been and will continue to be the position of Young Life, specifically the Christian belief that each and every employee and volunteer of the
corporation should minister as a servant of God with the primary responsibility of proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ and, as such, is an integral part of the
Christian mission and ministry of the corporation, Young Life shall only employ individuals or enlist volunteer leaders who: (a) profess a belief in Jesus Christ as their
personal Savior and Lord; and (b) subscribe to the statements and policies required of all Young Life staff, including the Young Life Statement of Faith. Therefore,
employees and volunteers of Young Life, during working and nonworking hours, shall: (i) be ready, willing and able to fulfill such ministry functions as may be required
by the organization; (ii) refrain from conduct and statements that detract from the biblical standards taught and supported by Young Life, and (iii) abide by all policies
and practices of Young Life including, without limitation, those related to religious belief or ministry activities.”
Essential Duties:
Guest Services
• Serve as weekend host on a rotating basis with other hosts using open-up and close-down procedures, attending to
guests’ needs, coordinating needs of weekend staff with the property including meals, rides and program events.
• Assist program directors with program needs and equipment including locating and constructing.
• Be responsible for property tasks assigned such as firewood, lakefront, pool, special maintenance projects, visitor
tours, cabin checks, camp prep and shutdown.
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the Guest Services Coordinator.
Housekeeping
• Help turn over buildings in weekly housekeeping changeovers. At least one day a week will be in housekeeping.
• Uphold Young Life standards of cleanliness and proper cleaning procedures.
• Perform housekeeping duties including cleaning bathrooms, sweeping, vacuuming, dusting and any other cleaning
as directed by the Housekeeping Supervisor.
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the Housekeeping Supervisor.
Carolina Point Camp Associate
Range 4
Updated: 4/9/14
Food Service
• Participate in food preparation.
• Perform calculations to determine proportions and measurements.
• Set tables for meals.
• Participate in meal clean-up including but not limited to bussing tables, washing pots, operating the Hobart, restocking equipment.
• Participate in meal service.
• Operate within Young Life sanitation standards.
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the Food Service Manager.
Landscaping/Maintenance
• Empty trash bins located around property.
• Sweep or use a backpack blower to clean porches, basketball court, etc.
• Lawn maintenance including but not limited to cutting grass, weed-eating, planting, watering, etc.
• Wash camp vehicles.
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the Sites and Facilities Superintendent.
Retail
• Organize store and snack bar merchandise.
• Operate Point of Sale system.
• Make change.
• Process end of shift store/snack bar reports.
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the Retail Manager.
Working Conditions:
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Must be able to lift materials up to 50 lbs. and perform other physical tasks such as stooping, reaching, pushing,
squatting, kneeling, climbing, etc.
Will be exposed to cleaning chemicals.
Job responsibilities will include outdoor work, which will mean exposure to various changes in weather (cold, heat,
rain, and snow).
**Job responsibilities may vary throughout the year depending upon the critical needs of the property.
Education:
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College diploma
Experience Required for the Job:
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Previous work experience required.
Previous or current involvement with Young Life preferred.
Carolina Point Camp Associate
Range 4
Updated: 4/9/14
Young Life is a relational ministry. Staff must be able to convey a sense of Christ-like hospitality and concern for guests
and staff. Responding to the unexpected needs of a guest in a prompt and professional manner is important. All staff
members are expected to represent Young Life positively and professionally within the community and be able to work
with and minister to the volunteer high school and college-age young people who attend our camps.
This description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills,
efforts or working conditions associated with this job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal job
elements essential for making compensation decisions.
I have read the above job description and I believe I can perform the job.
Staff Person’s Signature: ___________________________________________ Date: _______________________
Supervisor’s Signature: _____________________________________________ Date: _______________________
Carolina Point Camp Associate
Range 4
Updated: 4/9/14